Centre Co. woman killed in weekend motorcycle crash in Boggs Township

 Posted on May 10, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  130 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — State police say a Centre County woman was killed over the weekend in a motorcycle crash in Boggs Township. Troopers say the crash occurred just before 9:30 p.m. on Saturday near the intersection of Route 150 (North Eagle Valley Road) and Curtin Hollow Road. According to the crash report, the operator of the motorcycle, a 52-year-old Blanchard man, was reportedly traveling northbound when he locked up the brakes and crossed into the opposite lane of travel. [Read More]

One flown after crash involving four motorcycles closes part of Route 30

 Posted on May 10, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  116 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

UPDATE: Dispatchers confirmed to 6 News that Route 30 reopened around 8:15 Sunday evening. The dispatchers say one person was flown from the scene to the hospital and three others were taken by ambulance. Their conditions are unknown at this time. -------------------------------- ORIGINAL: Westmoreland County dispatchers confirmed to 6 News that Route 30 is closed "completely" from the Somerset County line. They tell 6 News that "one vehicle struck at least four motorcycles" [Read More]

Rockers Buckcherry, Warrant to headline final night of 2023 Thunder in the Valley

 Posted on May 10, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  79 words  |  Brenda Moya

Johnstown, PA (WJAC) — On Friday, Johnstown officials released the headlining acts for the 2023 Thunder in the Valley Motorcycle Rally. Famous rock bands Buckcherry and Warrant are among this year's headlining performers. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Thunder in the Valley, which will take place from June 22-25. Organizers note that this is the first year that the event will feature two headlining acts each night. For more information on this year's rally, click here. [Read More]

Sinclair Cares: Summer Diaper Drive

 Posted on May 10, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  23 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

Sinclair Cares: Summer Diaper Drive

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Veterans' groups eager to see cannabis reclassified, hope move expands care options

 Posted on May 10, 2024  |  4 minutes  |  716 words  |  Barrett Giampaolo

(TND) — Veterans' groups are applauding news that the federal government might reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. AMVETS National Executive Director Joe Chenelly said Wednesday that such a move would be an “important step forward.” And Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America CEO Allison Jaslow said greater access to cannabis could be a “game-changer” for veterans’ health care. The Drug Enforcement Administration will reportedly move to reclassify marijuana, or cannabis, as a Schedule III substance. [Read More]

Inmate at SCI Houtzdale pleads guilty to killing cellmate; faces decades behind bars

 Posted on May 9, 2024  |  1 minutes  |  167 words  |  Merlyn Hunt

CLEARFIELD COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Authorities say an inmate at SCI Houtzdale has pleaded guilty to killing his cellmate last summer. District attorney Ryan Sayers says Derek Bullard entered a plea to third degree murder in the death of 79-year-old Roberto Quevada. Investigators charged Bullard in August after police say he admitted to strangling Quevada and then wrapping his body up in a blanket and leaving him in his bunk. [Read More]

Local man gives to community through unique scavenger hunts on social media

 Posted on May 9, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  265 words  |  Brenda Moya

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — One local man is gifting people in the community with a fun experience and potentially some big prizes. And it's all done through a scavenger hunt where the clues are posted on social media. “Moneymanmf” is how he can be found on Snapchat. After adding him as a friend, Snapchat users wait until he posts a clue onto his Snapchat story. "I’ll just drop random clues every once in a while whenever I decide. [Read More]

M&T Bank donates thousands to local food banks

 Posted on May 9, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  358 words  |  Delta Gatti

ALTOONA, Pa. (WJAC) -- M&T Bank donated $35,000 to 18 nonprofit organizations during its 10th annual charity luncheon. The company's vice president said the bank has helped support many of these programs for years. “I think over the last 10 years, we’ve given over $200,000 to local food banks,” said Bob Bilger, vice president of M&T Bank. “M&T allows us to set aside (funds) and try to do what’s right for the communities that we’re in. [Read More]